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Episodes

Feb. 18, 2025

#439 The Future of Digital Marketing: Merag Shahzad on AI, Strategy, …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive deep into the evolving landscape of digital marketing with Merag Shahzad , a digital marketing expert and strategist. Merag shares insights on AI’s role in marketing , how...

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Feb. 13, 2025

#438 Lean Product Design: Daniel Andor on UX, Startups, and Avoiding …

In this episode, Mehmet sits down with Daniel Andor , a seasoned product designer and founder of Durran , a product design studio specializing in early-stage tech startups. With 15 years of experience in UX and product design...

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Feb. 11, 2025

#437 Smart Buildings: Marek Kozlak & Michał Szopa on AI and Digital T…

In this episode, we dive into the world of digital twins and AI-driven facility management with Marek Kozlak (CTO & Founder of SIMLAB) and Michał Szopa (Product Owner & Project Manager at SIMLAB) . They share how their cuttin...

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Feb. 6, 2025

#436 Building the Cities of Tomorrow: Lawrence Eta on Digital Infrast…

In this insightful episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive into the world of smart cities, digital transformation, and AI-driven urban innovation with Lawrence Eta , a seasoned technology leader with experience spanning...

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Feb. 4, 2025

#435 Revolutionizing Healthcare UX: AI, Personalization, and Design I…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive into the evolving landscape of healthcare UX, AI-driven personalization, and innovative design strategies with Mary Borysova , a seasoned product designer specializing in ...

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Jan. 30, 2025

#434 Managing AI Risks: Jim Olsen on Governance, Compliance, and Busi…

“Most companies can’t answer the fundamental questions about their AI models—where they’re used, how they’re performing, and if they’re compliant. That’s where AI governance comes in.” — Jim Olsen In this episode of The CTO S...

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Jan. 28, 2025

#433 Breaking the Cash Flow Barrier: Malachi Halliday on Supporting S…

“Accessing funding shouldn’t be a roadblock to growth. Startups and small businesses deserve a financial ecosystem that supports their ambitions.” – Malachi Halliday In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , Malachi Halli...

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Jan. 23, 2025

#432 The Next Big Thing in Cybersecurity: Insights from Sentra’s CTO …

“Data security is not just the next big thing—it’s the foundation for the future of cybersecurity.” – Ron Reiter In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Ron Reiter, Co-Founder and CTO of Sentra, to expl...

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Jan. 21, 2025

#431 From Fear to Founding: Sophia Matveeva’s Journey and Lessons for…

“Feel the fear and do it anyway.” These powerful words guide Sophia Matveeva’s mission to empower non-technical professionals in a world dominated by technology. In this episode, Sophia shares her inspiring journey from media...

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Jan. 16, 2025

#430 The Future of Search: Vikas Sehgal on AI, Fairness, and Empoweri…

“Search is evolving, but the question remains—who’s looking out for the creators of knowledge? At HyperDart, we’re putting them in the driver’s seat.” – Vikas Sehgal In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive into ...

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Jan. 14, 2025

#429 Unlocking MEA’s Tech Potential: Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sharkaw…

“We’re not just building skills; we’re building futures by bridging the gap between talent and global opportunities.” – Ayman Bazaraa In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sha...

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Jan. 9, 2025

#428 Bridging Business Needs with Technology: Tom Altman on the Futur…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Tom Altman, a seasoned fractional CTO and founder of Altus, to explore the critical role of aligning technology with business strategy. Tom shares his fascinating...

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Jan. 7, 2025

#427 Universal Income in the AI Economy: Perspectives from Barbara Bi…

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we explore the intersection of AI, blockchain, and economic systems with Barbara Biro , an award-winning expert in digital transformation and finance, and Paul D...

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Jan. 2, 2025

#426 The EV Revolution: Visionaries Shaping the Future of Transportat…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the transformative world of electric vehicles (EVs) with Ken Boyer, a seasoned researcher in supply chain management and author of The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Fiv...

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Dec. 31, 2024

#425 Transforming Fintech with AI: Hamel Kothari on Building Scalable…

In this insightful episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Hamel Kothari, the Co-Founder and CTO of Brigit, a financial wellness app empowering millions of Americans to manage cash flow and avoid overdraft fees....

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Dec. 26, 2024

#424 From Algorithms to AGI: The AI Evolution with Rabeeh Abla

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Rabeeh Abla, an AI pioneer, entrepreneur, and founder of CSP Solutions. Rabeeh shares his incredible journey from teaching algorithms to building...

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Dec. 24, 2024

#423 The Future of Entrepreneurship: AI, Simplicity, and Inspiration …

In this exciting episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we welcome back Bart Jenezon, Chief Inspirational Officer and co-founder of CASTOMAI. Bart shares his journey of creating CASTOMAI, a cutting-edge platform designed to sim...

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Dec. 19, 2024

#422 Managing Developer Teams in the AI Era: A Conversation with Will…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we’re joined by Will Blackburn, co-founder of DevClarity, to explore how AI is transforming the management of developer teams. From his journey as a first-time CTO to building tool...

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Dec. 17, 2024

#421 Innovating Gifting: Vera Modenova on AI, Social Commerce, and Em…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the evolution of Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace, with COO Vera Modenova. Vera shares her inspiring journey, starting as a student in a five-person startup to sc...

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Dec. 12, 2024

#420 From Government CTO to Cyber Defense Pioneer: How Kiran Chinnaga…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Kiran Chinnagangannagari, Co-Founder, CTO, and CPO of Securin, to explore his journey from a stable role as the CTO for the State of Arizona to the exciting and ch...

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Dec. 10, 2024

#419 Ed Osckar’s Journey: Thriving in Entrepreneurship, and Excelling…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we are joined by Ed Osckar, CEO of Wowrack, a cloud service provider specializing in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), hybrid cloud solutions, and managed services. From his humb...

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Dec. 5, 2024

#418 From Technical to Fundable: Pitch Deck Insights with Sergio Yank…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we explore the critical components of a successful pitch deck with Sergio Yankovenko, a seasoned digital consultant who has helped startups raise over $560 million. Sergio reveals ...

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Dec. 3, 2024

#417 Revolutionizing Productivity: Yohann Abitann on AI-Powered Execu…

In this exciting episode, Mehmet speaks with Yohann Abitann , founder of NewMail AI , about tackling one of the most pressing challenges for executives today: email overload. Yohann shares his fascinating journey, from studyi...

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Nov. 28, 2024

#416 AI, Data Strategy, and Product-Led Growth: A CMO’s Playbook with…

In this episode of The CTO Show, we're joined by Lillian Pierson, a fractional CMO and marketing strategist with an impressive track record of supporting 10% of Fortune 100 companies and educating two million learners on data...

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